21 days in Perth Itinerary

A modern metropolis of glassy skyscrapers, waterside boulevards, and lush residential neighborhoods, Perth sits on the edge of the Swan Coastal Plain.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Perth: Rockingham (Point Peron, Penguin Island, &more), Fremantle (Little Creatures, Fremantle Prison, &more) and Mandurah (Mandurah War Memorial, Dolphin & Whale Watching, &more). Dedicate the 27th (Fri) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. On the 29th (Sun), give your taste buds a day to remember with a local gastronomic tour. There's still lots to do: admire the natural beauty at Kings Park and Botanic Garden, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Perth Zoo, admire the masterpieces at Art Gallery of Western Australia, and get in on the family fun at Adventure World.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Perth online itinerary planner.

Expect a daytime high around 38°C in January, and nighttime lows around 20°C.